Statutory Sick Pay reforms: What employers need to know
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant reforms to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), coming into force from 6 April 2026. These changes will have a direct impact on how SSP is calculated, who qualifies, and how quickly payments begin. For employers, this represents an important shift in both payroll processes and absence management. Removal […]
Critical reminders for April: Key payroll and statutory updates
New statutory pay rates will take effect in early April, with family-related payments changing from 5 April 2026 and Statutory Sick Pay from 6 April 2026. The updated weekly rates are: Statutory Paternity Pay: increasing from £187.18 to £194.32 Statutory Shared Parental Pay: increasing from £187.18 to £194.32 Statutory Adoption Pay: increasing from £187.18 to […]
What are an employer’s current legal obligations in preventing sexual harassment?
As the UK prepares for significant changes to sexual harassment legislation, now is the time for employers to take stock of their current legal responsibilities and ensure they are meeting the required standards. Preventing sexual harassment is not simply about having policies in place. It requires a proactive, well-embedded workplace culture, supported by clear procedures, […]